Francis Lichon, MD
NPI 1437379435 · Rheumatology Physician · Naperville, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Francis Lichon, MD is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Naperville, IL (NPI 1437379435).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437379435
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036059595 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
808 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 662 | $134 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 31 | $80 |
| Injection of Drug Or Substance Under Skin Or Into Muscle96372 | 28 | $15 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 24 | $236 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 23 | $94 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 83 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 614 | 95 |
| Prednisone | 389 | 125 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 310 | 91 |
| Gabapentin | 227 | 61 |
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 216 | 64 |
| Alprazolam | 214 | 35 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$294 across 9 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-05-01
- Last updated
- 2021-03-04
- Certified
- 2021-03-04
Frequently asked questions
- What is Francis Lichon's NPI number?
- Francis Lichon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437379435, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Francis Lichon's specialty?
- Francis Lichon is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Francis Lichon located?
- Francis Lichon's practice location on file with NPPES is 10 Martin Ave Ste 140, Naperville, IL 60540-6538.
- What is Francis Lichon's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Francis Lichon is (630) 961-2810.
- Does Francis Lichon accept Medicare?
- Francis Lichon is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Francis Lichon's NPI active?
- Yes — Francis Lichon's NPI (1437379435) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-04.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.